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SITUATION REPORT # 13
Civil Unrest
May 1, 2015
1300 hrs - 5/01/2015
New Information in RED
CONTENTS
CONTENTS.................................................................................................................................................. 1
SUMMARY.................................................................................................................................................. 2
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES ....................................................................................................................... 2
WEATHER………………………………………………………………………………………..4
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION (ESF) REPORTS ......................................................................... 6
ESF #1: Transportation [Lead: Department of Transportation (DOT)].................................................... 6
ESF #2: Communications [Lead: Mayor’s Office of Information Technology (MOIT)]......................... 8
ESF #3: Public Works [Lead: Department of Public Works (DPW)]....................................................... 8
ESF #4: Firefighting [Lead: Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD)]................................................... 7
ESF #5: Information and Planning [Lead: Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management (MOEM)]........ 7
ESF #6: Sheltering and Mass Care [Lead: Dept. of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)] 10
ESF #7: Resource Support [Lead: Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management (MOEM)] .................. 10
ESF #8: Health and Medical [Lead: Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD)] ................................. 8
ESF #9: Search and Rescue [Lead: Baltimore City Fire Department]...................................................... 8
ESF #10: Hazardous Materials Response [Lead: Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD)] .................. 8
ESF #11: Public Information [Lead: Baltimore Police Department (BPD)] ............................................ 8
ESF #12: Energy [Lead: Department of Public Works (DPW)]............................................................... 9
ESF #13: Law Enforcement [Lead: Baltimore Police Department (BPD)] .............................................. 9
ESF #14: Recovery [Lead: Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management]................................................ 9
ESF #15: Donations and Volunteer Management [Lead: Office of Human Services] ............................. 9
ESF #16: Animal Protection [Lead: Baltimore City Health Department] ................................................ 9
POTENTIAL WEATHER RELAED HAZARDS………………………………………………10
EXECUTIVE ACTIONS…………………………….………………………………………….11
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SUMMARY
On Monday, April 27, 2015, peaceful protests turned violent in Baltimore City, with protesters
looting, destroying property, and actively trying to injure police officers as well as firefighters.
Several fires were intentionally set, causing debris to block roadways/access alleys and
driveways in addition to millions of dollars in lost property. Many businesses in the city closed
on Tuesday April 27, as well as all public schools. The majority of incidents over the past 72
hours have been concentrated in the western side of the city, specifically the West North Ave
corridor and the Mondawmin Mall area; however, impacts have been felt and continue to be
noticed citywide. Multiple public safety mutual aid partners have been deployed to support
Baltimore City from across the region, including the National Guard, MSP, local LEO’s, NJSP,
local OEM representatives, local Fire Departments and an Incident Management Team (IMT)
from Pennsylvania. The EOC remains open with key agencies staffing their respective desks
during the overnight hours. BCFD reports that fire/ems calls and legitimate incidents have
leveled off to the normal levels.
The State of Emergency (issued by the Mayor and Governor) remains in effect as well as the city
wide curfew that began on April 28th and will conclude on May 5th. The curfew goes in effect
each day beginning at 22:00hrs through 05:00hrs. This does not supersede the curfew already in
place for school aged children.
Current operations during the day (May 1st) are focused on continuing to respond to major
emergencies, securing city infrastructure, addressing logistical and communication needs,
beginning recovery planning and operations, and returning to normal operations.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
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Support and ensure continuity of responder and public safety operations.
Monitor and coordinate the impact-management of walk-outs, marches, protests, and
other related events.
Coordinate and ensure the protection of Critical Infrastructure Sites and Key Resources
citywide.
Support and sustain resumption of all city activities.
Assess and document all damage citywide in addition to clearing all roadways of debris.
Continue the Planning/Recovery phase of the incident, specifically the Finance/Cost
reporting strategy.
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Significant Incidents
 Threats made towards law enforcement personnel ongoing as of 1930.
 Multiple Shootings (1000 Block of Moser, Greenmount Ave), not related to this incident.
 Critical infrastructure concern from Exelon regarding liquefied natural gas containers at
the 395 overpass – No credible threat, but concern exists.
 Pharmacy Plan finalized. Expected roll out 5/1. Press conference in AM in planning
process.
 WEBEOC-Releasing autopsy report to State’s Attorney @ 0930 today.
 One Baltimore site still down as of 1000.
 Pennsylvania activated their SEOC to a level 2 at 1400 in support of similar protest
activity in Philadelphia.
 Students from Douglas High School on social media trying to organize a protest.
 37 adults were arrested today, 0 juveniles.
 The body of an adult was found in a truck near Penn Ave. and North Ave. Initial indications are
that it is not related.
Special Event Activities Today
 1300 – Empower Temple. North & Penn. Free food event. Around 1,000 people
expected.
 1500 – Rally from Penn North to City Hall
 1500 – March Penn station to City Hall
 1500 – Mt Presbury to City Hall
 1500 – Rally States Attorney to City Hall
 1500-1630 – Clergy planning to circle jail. Eager St
 1700 – Mckeldin Square march to downtown. Largest (expected 1,000)
 1700 – Ride Out (Cars, Motorcycle, Dirt Bikes) starting at Biddle and Valley
 1930 – 300 Men March from Park Heights to Cold Spring.
 2000 – Pasters Group – Belvedere and Park Heights
 Possible Rihanna Concert Penn & North No Time Police are claiming they have no
permit so it will not be allowed
Communication
 A WebEOC event titled Protests 2015 has been created and is being utilized by all
agencies represented. The login page is hyperlinked below:
http://eoc.baltimorecity.gov
Closures
 Baltimore City Public Schools have reopened as of yesterday, April 29th.
 Liberal Leave is NOT in effect for non-essential City of Baltimore employees.
Casualties
 Several injuries have been reported by BPD 98 total and BCFD 3 total.
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In the last 24 hour operational period no soldiers, officers, or firefighters were injured.
There have been zero incident related fatalities reported at this time.
One patient is in critical condition as a result from a dwelling fire on N Smallwood as
well as a BCPD officer who remains hospitalized.
Declarations
 Local State of Emergency Declared for 7 days (April 27th – May 3rd).
 State of Emergency declared by Governor Hogan at the request of the Mayor RawlingsBlake.
Curfew
 A curfew has been placed on the entire city beginning April 28th and ends on May 6th
o The curfew goes in effect each day beginning at 22:00hrs through 05:00hrs.
o This does not supersede the curfew already in place for school aged children.
EOC Activation
 City of Baltimore EOC is at Level 4.
 The State of Maryland Emergency Operations Center is operating at Level 2. Correction
to previous Situation Report, MEMA SEOC was at Level 2 previously.
 MEMA continues to assist the City of Baltimore in any way possible, facilitating requests
and communicating results as fast as possible.
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Weather Forecast
Today: A Low passes south of the Region today and then pivots northward off the Virginia
coast. This will result in showers in southern Virginia and the Delmarva. Winds could be gusty
(25 to 35 mph) this afternoon in these areas. There’s a slight chance of light rain this afternoon
from DC to Philadelphia. Mild temperatures are expected across the Region today. The weekend
outlook is for warm, dry conditions.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. Light and variable wind.
Saturday: A chance of showers after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. Light and
variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm
after midnight.
Sunday:Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 57.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 81.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 61.
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION (ESF) REPORTS
ESF #1: Transportation [Lead: Department of Transportation (DOT)]
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Lane/Road Closures:
o Fayette Street between President and Gay Streets
o Baltimore Street between President and Gay Streets
o Frederick Street between Lexington and Fayette Streets
Dock Masters closing on Friday (5/1), Saturday (5/2), and Sunday 5/3) at 1500 hrs.
Request to remove cones at MLK & Saratoga
National Guard resources have been approved for the tow yards.
National Guard of BPD never showed up at either tow yard 6700 Pulaski Hwy or 410
Fallsway
o Requested through purchasing to procure armed security guards at both yards
o Tina Wilson - tow yard contact 410-545-3417
All field crews have been put on alert to pull back if experience anything controversial,
and notify DOT.
7 critical facilities have been designated for National Guard protection Overnight
Need for security at fuel depots
o Fueling stations:
Unleaded
Unleaded
Unleaded
Diesel Diesel
Diesel
Start Gal
Pumped
Balance
Start
Pumped
Balance
Gal
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Midtown 29765
4026
25739
17474 1481
15993
Biddle St.
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24787
25807
1569
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Lewin
Ave.
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537
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4325
York Rd.
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Patapsco
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Midtown
3800 E. Biddle St.
405 Fallsway
4325 York Rd
4410 Lewin Ave
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o DOT Tow yards
 6700 Pulaski Hwy
 500 Fallways
o DPW Park Terminal garage
 2331 N Fulton
All interstates open in and around the city.
MTA
o Local bus – operating on regular schedule
o Metro Subway - operating on regular schedule
o Light Rail - operating on regular schedule
o MARC Train - operating on regular schedule
o Mobility - operating on regular schedule
o Commuter Bus - operating on regular schedule
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ESF #2: Communications [Lead: Mayor’s Office of Information Technology (MOIT)]
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Anonymous group posted a YouTube video threat, named “Operation Baltimore,” to the
Watch Center.
16 active 911 operators.
Cyber attack on Baltimore City website, still down as of 1116 (consult with MOIT on
current status. Current downtime 16hrs 20 mins as of 1000 hrs).
o Not sure when site will be up and running. Need to set up alternatives. Jerome can
help with tech solutions.
o Getting all agency PIOs to EOC to get the message out.
o Many sub-sites still functions, such as Police and 3-1-1.
CAD and radio system operating normally.
Cyber threat notification from FBI concerning email attacks. Do not open outside emails
with the subject “Baltimore Riots”. Be careful of which emails you open.
All infrastructure is up and running.
911 operating with no difficulties.
311 operating with no difficulties.
311 now accepting the new call types such as information regarding riots, curfews, debris
removal and emergency incident volunteers.
311 number was added to One Baltimore page.
Coordinating efforts via a linkchat structure.
Monitoring network, CAD.
MOIT reports that there are 18 active operators on the floor for 911.
MOIT continuing to monitor cyber threats.
Cyber attack by means of website outage experienced at approximately 1044
o Mayor’s Office page was presented with a “Page Not Found” message, but was
corrected within 15 minutes of attack initiation.
Link to One Baltimore has been approved by the Mayor’s office.
BPD will be looking into the ability to have residents and business owners report damage
and other related issues online.
Threat of the “Purge” on Lexington Market.
ESF #3: Public Works [Lead: Department of Public Works (DPW)]
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DPW Contact Water and Waste Environmental Chief Bracket 410-340-1282.
Refuse collection completed.
Critical Infrastructure list forwarded.
Water and similar infrastructure facilities have been placed on high alert.
Prioritized waste collection has been established.
Environmental Police are to be assigned to the watershed.
The Debris Management Center will be activating at Park Terminal to coordinate and
manage the clearing of city roadways.
Tow trucks, solid waste, and street sweeper crews continue working on clearing streets.
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Citizens cleaning their neighborhood streets are encouraged to push debris to the curbs
and put a service request into 311.
There are no water pressure issues.
Potable and waste water systems are operating properly.
Pro-active boarding of damaged buildings is currently being done.
Trash pick-up is on normal schedule.
Over 26 tons of debris collected related to the incident.
Command Post is up and running.
ESF #4: Firefighting [Lead: Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD)]
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1 dwelling fire, Longwood St – Unrelated to incident.
Extra Companies from other jurisdictions coming this evening.
o 4 EMS, 3 trucks, 6 engines, 1 battalion chief
We have 3 peak medic units until 2100. Can extend to 2300 if needed.
Normal day to day operations are to be resumed.
Request submitted by MEMA for 2 Engines, 1 Truck, 2 Medics (1ALS,1BLS),
Suppression and EMS BC from 1700-0100.
Currently as of 0300 there are 0 mutual aide units in use.
ESF #5: Information and Planning [Lead: Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management (MOEM)]
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Focusing on IAP creation, situational reporting, recovery, timeline, finance tracking.
Donation inquiries should be forwarded to the Food Unit at [email protected].
All emergency support functions activated at this time, except for ESF #9 Search and
Rescue and #10 Hazmat.
Incident Management Assistance Teams from Howard/Harford/Anne Arundel Counties
have been activated in the EOC.
All agencies should send Situation Reports and pertinent information to
[email protected].
All agencies should send Requests to: [email protected].
The PEMA Director approved the deployment of approximately 240 Pennsylvania State
Police troopers and supporting staff to assist Maryland for up to 72 hours. The troopers
will deploy to Baltimore for assignment on Friday, May 1.
PEMA approved the deployment of a PA Incident Management Team (consisting of two
logistics specialists and two planning specialists) that will work out of the Baltimore City
EOC and one PEMA Logistics person who is deployed to the Maryland EOC.
Recovery Personnel going to MEMA tomorrow to meet and discuss recovery plan and
logistics tracking at 0800.
SPECIAL EVENTS Coordination
o Setting up central email for people to contact regarding special events to 1)
provide situational awareness and 2) contact event organizers where necessary to
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help negotiate or guide the routes, locations, start times or other key details over
the next 10 days
o Please direct all persons to the following email address
[email protected] to send details about any event they are
organizing and instruct them to call 311.
ESF #6: Sheltering and Mass Care [Lead: Dept. of Housing and Community Development
(DHCD)]
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The War Memorial will be available as needed for rehab.
Day to day operations have been in effect.
Working with DHR for requests.
As of 0500 no ongoing plan through weekend, however contact info available at EOC if
needed.
ESF #7: Resource Support [Lead: Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management (MOEM)]
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Resource Officer designated in EOC and will be coordinating resource requests, Contact
is [email protected].
Recent requests have created a nation-wide demand for tactical riot gear, making supplies
limited.
EMAC Request for IMT Logistics personnel for Staging Officer at Camden Yards is
currently being filled as of 1350.
See WebEOC for request status.
MEMA Regional Liaison operational in the EOC –John Reginaldi.
Ongoing need for nourishment for law enforcement officers being handled by BPD
logistics section.
Purchasing is continuing in buying supplies for law enforcement.
Purchasing has been focused on lodging requests.
Lodging for mutual aid law enforcement agencies is being coordinated by City
Purchasing at this time.
ESF #8: Health and Medical [Lead: Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD)]
 BCHD Command center has been opened.
 Conference calls occurred today with DHMH and hospitals and FQHC’s.
 The Hospital Security Plan is finalized identifying single points of access in case of
emergency. Additional broad access routes are being identified and added to it.
 All Health Services are operational including both Druid and Eastern Clinics. Sheriffs
are scheduled to arrive to provide security at 12:30.
 Field Health Services: as of 10:45 272 of 614 scheduled transports have been completed.
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Conference Call with Hospital and FQHC leadership scheduled for 12:00.
Individuals in the Sandtown-Winchester community who are having difficulty obtaining
prescription medication should call 311. Our team staffing the DOC will receive the 311
service request and follow up with the caller within 24 hours. We have options for
alternative pick-up locations, mail delivery, and home delivery.
All BCHD operations are operating at full capacity.
City Hospitals who are having trouble getting staff in, and/or security concerns, or
physical plant issues should contact the Baltimore City EOC and ask for the Health
Department Rep at 410-396-9273. In the event the Health Department cannot be reached
contact EMRC.
Health Centers will be open Friday May 1st and operating at full capacity.
Nursing homes are secure and have no requests at this time.
City-wide mental health response is active.
Current resources include Red Cross and MD Responds.
Mental health resources are available by dialing 311, online at
http://health.baltimorecity.gov/trauma-mental-health-resources , or via email at
[email protected]
For help scheduling Individuals and families who need assistance should call Behavioral
Health System Baltimore at 410-637-1900, option #1, between 9am-5pm.
The mental health Crisis response hotline: 410-433-5175
All city social media sites have been updated with information on how to seek services.
Press release attached to IAP.
ESF #9: Search and Rescue [Lead: Baltimore City Fire Department]
 Search and Rescue personnel are no longer active on the ground; ESF #9 is not activated
as of 1400.
ESF #10: Hazardous Materials Response [Lead: Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD)]
 Hazmat personnel are no longer active on the ground; ESF #10 is not activated as of 1400
on 4/30.
 No significant hazardous materials incidents at this time.
ESF #11: Public Information [Lead: Baltimore Police Department (BPD)]
 Police investigation results have relieved tension in the City of Baltimore.
 Numerous media and interview requests being handled.
 Joint Information System activated.
 Police are mobilizing mutual aid forces at various locations at this time. Trying to keep
City Police back at this time
ESF #12: Energy [Lead: Department of General Services (DGS)]
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DGS continuing to monitor fuel levels.
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Fleet is steady at normal operations.
Fleet continue to focus on Fire and Police units for repair.
Fallsway, Lewin, and York and 1 additional fueling station are open 24/7.
BGE reporting <5 customer outages in the city as of 2230hrs.
BGE liaison working remotely with the EOC.
Vehicle repairs are underway for BPD and BCFD with a skeleton crew 24/7.
Custodial team is present in the downtown area.
Steve Strickland contact cell for information @ 443-622-6893 until Cliff Attison arrives
around 0930-1000.
Monitoring Fuel Usage. Starting tonight to demobilize outlying stations due to low usage.
ESF #13: Law Enforcement [Lead: Baltimore Police Department (BPD)]
 3808 Garrison Ave at 1815 hrs. 2 adult male shot, believed to be unrelated to the
protesting
 1000 Block of Moser 1 Male shot witnessed by police not believed to be associated with
protesting.
 37 Adults were arrested today, 0 juveniles as of 1000 hrs.
 Double Shooting at 300 S Highland Ave – Not clear if related to incident.
 238 people had been arrested in total (as of 0500 5/1) in relation to the protests/rioting.
 106 people were released on 4/30, and charges will be filed at a later date.
 98 Police Officers have been injured in total:
o 43 seen at Mercy Hospital
o 13 on medical leave
o 15 assigned to light duty
o 15 back to full duty
o Total – 28 taken off of the street
 Focus security at malls, stores, other popular areas/locations for looting
 Threat made towards Baltimore Harbor Hotel at 101 West Fayette Street, after male took
pictures of the structure this morning
 Douglas High School Students attempting to organize a protest on social media.
 Between the hours of 6PM and 5AM (4/30 – 5/1), 37 arrests were made
 As of 0045 4/30:
o Approximately 27 law enforcement agencies supporting.
o 1151 law enforcement officers.
o 1579 National Guard members deployed.
o 1000 shields and 1000 turtle suits received.
o Little activity after curfew.
o Planning continues for weekend demonstrations (anticipating Saturday to be
busier than Friday).
o Cost is increasing as staffing levels stay elevated.
o Fatigue is beginning to set in on officers.
 DC and New York are also experiencing similar incidents, which may draw resources
away.
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ESF #14: Recovery [Lead: Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management]
 Meeting occurred with fiscal agency reps
 IMAT working in concert with MEMA and FEMA on recovery issues and planning.
 A Damage Assessment Coordinator will be arriving at the Baltimore EOC at 1400 4/30.
 Meeting at MEMA occurred at 0800 on Friday 5/1.
 If you have property damage as a result of the incident be sure to document and
photograph the damage.
ESF #15: Donations and Volunteer Management [Lead: Office of Human Services]
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Food water and cleaning resources have been supplied to 11 organizations and to
individuals.
Requests for transportation and beautification projects support have been made
20 volunteers have been assigned for transportation to fulfill requests for support
MOHS, Mayor’s Office of Neighborhoods, and MOIT have established the
OneBaltimore webpage for individuals and agencies to donate and volunteer.
All volunteer requests are being directed to contact 311.
Numerous locations throughout the city to receive donations.
Normal operations will continue on Thursday.
ESF #16: Animal Protection [Lead: Baltimore City Health Department]
 Normal operations
Potential Weather Related Hazards:
HAZARD
Flooding
Dam failure
Wind
Tornado
Snow
Ice
Extreme Cold
Earthquake
Drought
Extreme Heat
LIKELY UNLIKELY
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Lightening
Fire
Power Outages
Building Collapses/Threats to
Structural Integrity
Water Main Breaks
Gas Leaks
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Possible do to building fires.
X
X
Executive Actions
State of Emergency
STATE OF EMERGENCY
Baltimore City
Maryland
Annapolis City
Anne Arundel County
Howard County
Baltimore County
Carroll County
Harford County
DECLARED/NOT
DATE
DECLARED
Yes
4/27
No
Regional Awareness
No
No
No
No
No
No
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Emergency Plans
EMERGENCY PLANS
Baltimore City Maryland Annapolis City Anne Arundel County Baltimore City Baltimore County Carroll County Harford County -
ACTIVATED/NOT
DATE
ACTIVATED
Yes
4/27
No
Regional Awareness
No
No
No
No
No
No
Evacuation Orders
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EVACUATION ORDERS
Maryland -
No
Annapolis City Anne Arundel County Baltimore City Baltimore County Carroll County Harford County Howard County -
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
ISSUED/NOT
ISSUED
DATE
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Regional Awareness
EOC Status
EOC ACTIVATED
LEVEL OF
ACTIVATION
Baltimore City
4
Maryland
Open
Annapolis City
Anne Arundel County
Howard County
Baltimore County
Carroll County
Harford County
Prince George’s County
Montgomery County
Frederick County
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
DATE
4/30
4/30
Regional Awareness
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Level 4 (OEM, BCFD, BCPD, MEMA,
MIEMSS)
Level 2
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